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The government’s reform of IR35 rules is forcing many contractors operating personal service companies to review their options.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
This bumper article gives practical tips and advice on how to develop from a freelance newbie into a freelance veteran.
New IR35 rules will affect any contractors working through a Personal Service Company, Recruitment Agencies, and all Large and Medium-sized end clients.
Crunch are excited to reveal the latest improvements to our online accounting software and introduce our new platform - Ada, in honour of Ada Lovelace!
Here's how to make sure you're paying the right amount of tax when deciding to freelance on the side, and how to stay in HMRC's good books!
Toby Osbourn went self-employed in order to take control of his own financial security. Backed by a strong support network, the gamble has paid off Toby and his business Tosbourn Ltd.
Self-employed and struggling to get a mortgage? We share insider tips that will increase your chances of securing a mortgage.
We're proud to accept awards from the British Accountancy Awards and the Accounting Excellence Awards for Mid Tier and Large Firm of the Year 2019!
HMRC's recent IR35 email campaign to GSK clients has raised a few eyebrows - but what should you do if HMRC ask for proof of your employment status?
We don’t expect there to be many rule changes affecting Crunch clients if there's a no-deal Brexit - unless you trade with customers in the EU. Learn more.
For electricians and other tradespeople whose construction careers often live and die by word-of-mouth, struggling to find work can be especially difficult.
HMRC has experienced a number of issues which has lead to some delays and difficulties. Here's how things stand with MTD for VAT.
Leaving a steady job to become an IT contractor or IT consultant can be hard, but there are steps you can take to make the transition easier.
Going freelance has not only given copywriter Melissa Holloway priceless time with her a family, but also opened doors to a variety of work that she always craved.
We show you how to set up a limited company so you get to define your brand, own everything you do, and run your business in the most tax-efficient way.
Following changes introduced by HMRC in 2017, responsibility for determining your IR35 status depends on whether you work in the private or public sector.
Usually refers to a limited company, set up to provide the services of a contractor. Find out how you can set one up, and why you might want to.
If HMRC decide your contract is inside IR35 it can be a costly and time consuming. We look at the best ways to ensure you're not caught out.
Our checklist gives contractors some top tips in securing the perfect projects for themselves. We look at all the things you can do to improve your CV.
Getting your UK tax status wrong could mean that your worldwide income is subject to UK tax. Find out how to get it right with this jargon-free article.
Leaving a comfortable full-time job to go it alone was the "hardest thing" for Jonathan Cottrell, but four years down the line he has no regrets and is excited for what the future holds.
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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